A student researching technology has taken notes:

• Quantum computers use quantum mechanical principles • They could solve problems impossible for classical computers • Quantum encryption could be unbreakable • Current quantum computers are extremely fragile • Practical quantum applications are likely years away

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The student wants to present the current state of quantum computing.

A

Quantum computers operate using quantum mechanical principles.

B

Quantum computing holds promise for solving impossible problems and unbreakable encryption, but current systems remain extremely fragile—practical applications are likely years away.

C

Quantum encryption systems could theoretically be unbreakable.

D

Practical quantum computer applications are likely still years away.

Correct Answer: B

Choice B. Promise (problems, encryption) but fragility and timeline shows current state.